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News
New traffic strategy seeks to eliminate deaths on roads
Jul 07, 2026
A new road safety strategy was launched on Friday for the South Dublin area, set to benefit areas like Tallaght, Rathfarnham, Clondalkin and Lucan among others.... Read More
Tallaght
Remembering loved ones
Those living with COPD, along with families and friends of those who passed from the disease took part in a remembrance day at Rua Red ... Read More
80km/h speed limit at N81 Tallaght Village “is not considered appropriate”
The 80km/h speed limit at the N81 Tallaght Village/Old Bawn Road “is not considered appropriate” as a feasibility study is underway to identify potential upgrades. ... Read More
Africa Day celebration
Tallaght Library hosted another fantastic day of fun and celebration at this year’s Africa Day with attendees “already looking forward to next year.” With over ... Read More
Clondalkin
Crayfish plague reported in River Camac
It has been reported that a crayfish plague has been detected in the River Camac at Corkagh Park, with SDCC implementing several measures to contain ... Read More
Traffic measures implemented to enhance safety at school entrances
Several traffic management measures have been introduced on the Old Nangor road to enhance safety and improve accessibility ahead of the opening of two new ... Read More
Clondalkin Primary Care Centre hosts launch of Community Neuro-Rehabilitation Team for HSE
Clondalkin Primary Care Centre hosted the launch of the Community Neuro-Rehabilitation Team for HSE Dublin and Midlands on June 22. The specialist service, which forms ... Read More
Ballyfermot
Traveller exclusion is ‘deeply disturbing’
the lack of inclusion of the travelling community in the Kylemore Masterplan was described as “deeply disturbing” by Councillor Hazel de Nortúin during a special ... Read More
Sentencing later this year for man who threatened to kill prison officers
A man who threatened to kill or cause serious harm to two prison officers will be sentenced later this year. Dublin Circuit Criminal Court heard ... Read More
€2,300 raised from Return Scheme for great school fun day
Pupils at Mary Queen of Angels in Ballyfermot were “shocked and impressed” by the end-of-year Fun Day that was held in the school. Staff at ... Read More
Lucan
Griffeen Park near complete and will be playable soon
It is anticipated that the GAA pitch at Griffeen Park will be playable in approximately six weeks’ time. This update was delivered following a request ... Read More
Get behind local businesses and explore Love Lucan
Lucan locals are encouraged to get behind local businesses and explore all that the area has to offer this summer in a new campaign by ... Read More
Foxhunter pub has a price tag of €3 million
The Foxhunter, a well-known Lucan pub, has returned to the market with a €3 million price tag two years after it was first offered for ... Read More
Sport
Rovers begin Champions League charge in Malta
Shamrock Rovers embark on the first game of their European campaign tonight when they take on Maltese side Floriana in the first round of Champions ... Read More
Sport
Rhasidat Adeleke to return to the 400m tonight
Tallaght native Rhasidat Adeleke is making her return to the 400m tonight in the Prefontaine Classic in Eugene, Oregon after not racing in her preferred ... Read More
Sport
Former Templeogue player Sean Murphy signs for Shamrock Rovers from UCD
Shamrock Rovers have signed 18 year old defender and former Templeogue United player Sean Murphy from UCD. Murphy came through the ranks of Templeogue United ... Read More
Sport
May Team of the Month is Peamount U18s Men’s team
WATCH: Peamount U18s Men’s team have been awarded the title of Sports Team of the Month by Active South Dublin following their victory in the ... Read More
Sport
May Sports Star of the Month is Sophie Tapiz
WATCH: Clondalkin native Sophie Tapiz has been named by Active South Dublin and South Dublin County Council as Sports Star of the Month for May ... Read More
Jobs
The Career Expert with Sarah Louise: How to Answer Interview Questions with Confidence
If there's one thing I've learned from over 16 years in recruitment, it's that interviews don't have to be something you fear. Every week I ... Read More
Business
Power City records a dividend of €20m for McKenna family
PowerCity, with stores in Tallaght and Clondalkin, recorded a dividend of €20 million last year shared between its owners, the McKenna family. The figure is ... Read More
Business
Ladbrokes discussing selling European joint ventures
The owner of Naas Road-based Ladbrokes is discussing the possibility of selling its Central and Eastern European joint venture, according to reports. Entain is mulling ... Read More
Business
Equinix enter 12 week trial for new hydrogen power unit
Equinix, who run data centres in Citywest and Clondalkin, has entered into a 12-week trial of a new hydrogen power unit at one of its ... Read More
Business
CRH is nearing a deal to buy competitor Arcosa
Rathfarnham and Belgard-based building materials company CRH is nearing a deal to buy competitor Arcosa in a move that would be its biggest yet, priced ... Read More
Amazon apply for security building at data centre site
Amazon have applied for a new security building and changes to the entrance of their data centre site in Greenhills Business Park. Amazon Data Services ... Read More
Additional info sought on Rovers modular building
Additional information has been sought relating to Shamrock Rovers’ proposal for a single storey modular building with shower and changing facilities at Roadstone. The building ... Read More
Certificate of exemption sought for the development of new Castle Lawns home
A certificate of exemption is sought for the development of a new home in an estate off the Castletymon Road on a 176.8 sqm site. ... Read More
Arts & Culture
"It's just all around a really fun day and a great way for young people to get to know each other and find people their ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Flash Fiction event draws ‘smashing’ crowd in Ballyfermot Library
"What an amazing show of such talent once again in Ballyfermot!" exclaims Lisa. The 'Flash Fiction' event in Ballyfermot Library had an "absolutely smashing turnout" ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Aneta is set to discuss her debut novel in Tallaght Library
"I WOULD encourage and love to answer any questions about the book, the plot, or the characters the readers might have," remarks Saggart-based author Aneta ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Tallaght’s greaterst character to be announced at the Moll Rooney Festival of Tallaght this Saturday
Tallaght has long been known for its strong sense of community and the larger-than-life personalities who make the area unique. More than anywhere else, Tallaght ... Read More
Arts & Culture
Ellie earns her fifth world Irish Dancing title in a row
ELLIE Egan, 15-year-old from Ballycullen, delivered an outstanding performance, earning her fifth world Irish Dancing Title in a row., reports Taylor O’Shea. Egan has been ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: A unique library that is part of the fabric of Clondalkin
Clondalkin Library is a gorgeous, unique, heritage building still very much in daily use. It is situated at the junction of Monastery Road and Floraville ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: Peamount Hospital offer a wide range of health and welfare services to people
In the hinterland between Clondalkin, Newcastle, and Lucan, Peamount Healthcare’s campus sits on a large site on rising ground 300 feet above sea level in ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra: ‘An Rí’ á léiriú ag Aisteoirí Thamhlachta
IS dráma amuigh faoin aer é ‘An Rí’ le Pádraig Mac Piarais a léirigh Aisteoirí Thamhlachta ar Dhomhnach Cásca, i Músaem na bPiarsach, Ráth Fearnáin, ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history with Monica McGill: Discovering all the facts and fictions about our ancestors
Children are said to typically ask their parents or guardians “Where did I come from?” This question in adulthood takes on another meaning for people ... Read More
Echo Rewind
Local history as Gaeilge with Pól Ó Meadhra
IS dráma amuigh faoin aer é ‘An Rí’ le Pádraig Mac Piarais a bheidh á léiriú ag Aisteoirí Thamhlachta ar Dhomhnach na Cásca i Músaem ... Read More
Sponsored Content
The Power of Positive Masculinity in Sport and Life (Free event)
Mayor of SDCC, Cllr Pamela Kearns invites you to an evening with inspirational local sporting heroes for an engaging chat exploring resilience, wellbeing, and the ... Read More
Sponsored Content
Curves Knocklyon Fitness Club wins Female Founders award
ADVERTORIAL Curves Knocklyon Fitness Club, based in South Dublin, has been awarded the Female Founder Awards Ireland 2026 – Fitness Category Winner, recognising excellence in ... Read More
Sponsored Content
Nominations now open for Tallaght’s Greatest Character 2026
Tallaght has long been known for its strong sense of community and the larger-than-life personalities who make the area unique. More than anywhere else, Tallaght ... Read More
Tallaght
The Moll Rooney Festival Returns to Tallaght After 150 Years
Major New Community Festival to Take Place from July 2–5, 2026 For over a thousand years, the people of Tallaght celebrated their patron saint, St. ... Read More
Business
South Dublin mamas re-discover their roots in the forest
ADVERTORIAL May is MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH month. Creating safe spaces for mothers to honestly share their often untold experiences of motherhood, maternal wellbeing founder Eliane ... Read More
